Just bought a ATT Galaxy S3 SGH-I747
I am looking for a recommendation for a rom with a focus on High Performance/Battery Life.
I would like it to be clean of junkware and as close to stock android as possible. Can you guys help me out. The sheer amount of variety available on here is making my head spin!
Any Dummy Guides you could point me too would also be greatly appreciated. I am familiar with the process but I came from a Xperia Play where it was much easier to keep track of the roms that fit my needs.
Sir, recommendations are not going to help you...due to so many variables from one user to another, best bet is read the threads for ROMs here if you are looking for stock:http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=1633 , btw you will see lots of clean ROMs some have been cleaned more than others. This is due to the makers/OPs of these ROMs set their ROM to their liking, as stated just read and read, then flash and test the ROMs of stockish you are looking for...it may seem like it is overwhelming but this why I say do your homework the flash.
Good Luck, and do not go by other recommendations go by your own experience. And as for as "dummy guides" the OPs of these ROMs are very detailed. Thanks and Happy Flashing.
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First off, I figured that I would mention that I've read pretty much every sticky on these boards, and the wiki up and down. I know that what people are interested in ROMs is completely subjective to what they desire, whether it be performance, stability, or style.
My predicament is that I'm expecting a Diamond this Wednesday, and I'm a bit psyched, as my current phone is ancient (SE w810i). I want to flash early, as I heard the current ROM is very buggy, and I want to start off on a good leg. However, you have to admit, there are TONS of cooked ROMs built up, and being new, I don't know exactly what to look for in them yet. I've seen benchmarks that show how burdensome they are and whatnot, but overall, there is a mass amount of information, and it's VERY hard to soak in what I'm looking for until I play around w/ them a bit. I've read that "1.93" is generally a great ROM. Would it be easier for me to use a simple, basic ROM and just apply all the tweaks I can to it, or would that not amount up to what some of these cooked ROMs have?
Again, I completely understand everyone has their favorites, but is there a general line of cooked ROMs that are balanced and optimized well, allowing customization, that aren't too out of the ordinary? Again, I've searched up and down, and have learned A LOT, but it's this first step that is always the hardest.
I really appreciate the help everyone!
best way to find out
get flashing
sorry this kind off thread is not allowed here
welcome to the forum.....good luck
There seem to be quite an assortment of ROMs to choose from for my Desire Z.
I have had my phone for about 5 months, and am still running stock (SHAME!)
Which ROM would you recommend I load?
Also, is there a nice free backup utility you'd recommend I use to backup all my files and contacts?
Thanks for all suggestions,
Alec Taylor
AlecTaylor said:
There seem to be quite an assortment of ROMs to choose from for my Desire Z.
I have had my phone for about 5 months, and am still running stock (SHAME!)
Which ROM would you recommend I load?
Also, is there a nice free backup utility you'd recommend I use to backup all my files and contacts?
Thanks for all suggestions,
Alec Taylor
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Titanium Back-up.
And what do you use your phone for most of the time, or just try the various roms and see which one fits you.
This question gets asked once or twice a week. Just use the search function, and you will find many threads on this same subject.
There is no "best" ROM. Its like asking "What is the best car?". It depends on what you expect to use it for, features, personal tastes, looks, etc. And just because there is a popular choice, or somebody may give your their opinion of what they like best, doesn't mean that you will agree.
Saying one ROM is best or better compared to others, is belittling to the developers that work so hard to cook custom ROMs and post them here for us. They each have their own benefits in their own ways. So do yourself a favor, search and browse, read up on the features of the ROMs, then try a few out and make your own decision based on what works best for YOU.
As redpoint already stated, there is no such thing as a single, best rom.
However the thread My opinion in ROMs is a good place to start reading up on all the different roms currently in circulation. The op hasn't been updated since March 5th, but it still provides a nice overview over the differences and features of the roms.
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However the thread My opinion in ROMs is a good place to start reading up on all the different roms currently in circulation. The op hasn't been updated since March 5th, but it still provides a nice overview over the differences and features of the roms.
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Keeping in mind, that particular thread is just one person's opinion. And one I find far from unbiased. He admits for a couple ROMs that he only spend 10 to 30 minutes with them. Which is not even enough to let the ROM "settle in" and show it true performance, much less giving it a real chance.
A decent starting point as any, I suppose. Since he reviews a large number of the ROMs available. But definitely read other threads and get other opinions also.
I'm curious.
I'm sure this question is asked often, though a search turned up nothing (device specific).
There is a lot of hard work in ROM development for our device, and I applaud the effort and determination.
Is there a ROM comparison list out there, I am new on the scene, and am having difficulty finding information
on the differences, pros, cons, benefits and consequences to choosing one specific ROM over another.
Naturally, I am only interested in those specific to my device - T989 (D).
I see AOKP, PAC, Liquid Smooth, Slim Bean, PA, etc. I am not asking for opinions on which is "best."
I am asking for a "sticky" maybe - which informs people what's available so that we can make informed
decisions.
I would imagine it would benefit developers also - am I off in left field here?
Thanks.
Hey justaguy705, the T989 wiki page may have been the exact thing you are/were looking for, however, the information on it is very very outdated. As of right now, there is no specific post or link that compares all the current T989 ROMs in a list. It is either because the ROMs are always changing or there hasn't been anyone who wasn't lazy to create a comparison, ahaha.
Your best option is to just read through and compare the feature list on the OP's of the ROMs, read comments on the ROM threads and simply try the ROMs out yourself. This is a long process, but it is the only way to achieve any proper comparisons, unfortunately.
Hope that helps clear things up for you.
Thanks for the link FineTalent. :good:
I do think it is rather unfortunate that documentation is as scarce as it is. I am aware that the pace of development hinders efforts at a comprehensive approach to making specific information available to users.
Maybe I am just finding the learning curve a bit steep when entering the "community" at a point where to get "caught-up" requires going "back" and picking up the pieces to be able to understand what's going on in the present - if that makes any sense. I guess it is safe to say that it is similar to
getting a handle on a which linux distro to choose with so many available.
If you are familiar with the linux resource Distrowatch, I was hoping that there existed something similar for android development, though device specific. I 'll have to make the time to get educated, I'm certain the effort will be well worth it in the long run.
As always, you've been a terrific source of information for me - with the weather "brisk" in northern ON this morning (-23C) it gives me these excuse to hang at my computer and get my "learning-on."
So, as the topic states, looking for some suggestions. I have a rooted Rogers Galaxy S3 and I'm wanting to help increase my battery life without sacrificing any (or very little) CPU/GPU power.
Before you say go look at the ones out there, or whatever.... I've done that. I've spent hours looking them over and it's hard to decide as a lot of "comparison" questions aren't there.
So if I could get some suggestions to what I'm looking for, I'd very much appreciate it.
So key points:
- Bare. I don't want bloatware, or any apps that aren't required by the OS.
- Battery life is important. I've read about some Battery tweaks but can't really find out what the tweaks are exactly.
- Somewhat stock "look and feel" but as long as it does what stock did, I can live with some minor changes. I liked the stock layout.
I've also been wondering if using a custom UI would help with battery life?
For those who read/reply, I appreciate it.
You're only going to get opinions.
You've done whole lot of looking, as you said, but everyone who's been here awhile is going to tell you to do some trying.
Root, install a custom recovery, make a system and imei backup, try out a rom. Have fun
There are already quite a few threads identical to this thread here in this very forum. Why not go check those out instead of starting a new one?
If you have already dont the reading just make a back up of your current rom and start flashing other ones and see what you like best. I personally like CM 10, but other may not and prefer another one. What you asking is a loaded question and all depends on your own prefrence
I am currently running AOKP and having looked back! Great ROM
Sent from my SGH-I747 using xda app-developers app
I can't do this techy stuff so I will sub the work out to someone else. As the title says,I want to improve my Epic 4g Touch. Things I have had done are flashing the phone for Pageplus and getting SU/Root Explorer,as well as JB 4.1.2 GB27. Would like to spice it up a notch or two.What could I be doing with this phone to bring it to a new updated custom platform? I hear cyanogen being referred to often but I don't know.If I keep updating the phone it would be almost like getting a new phone each time without having to get one.Thanks
Well...now you should find some Roms that are suited towards the style you are looking for.
There are a lot of awesome developers in our forums. Too many to list....but you are correct in saying that the changing of custom Roms does give the feel of a new device.
Just take the time to make sure you read all the OP of whichever you decide to do.
This particular ROM is my current daily...very stable and very cust.
Good luck and enjoy the forum...its awesome here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread..php?p=42468136
I am liking Project X black and blue V2 myself.
Overall not a bad rom, with decent battery life if you load the comodose 3 mod.
I did have to switch out the dialer though. The included one was just not my thing.
Also the older gmail here is very nice to go with it.
This is just a bit too close to a Best ROM type thread. If you wish to improve your device, read, read, read, read again, learn, read some more, and then make a decision based on the information you've gathered.
We do not allow Best ROM threads because everyone has a differing experience and opinion, what works great for me may not for you...
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